To Determine and Compare the Antibacterial Efficacy of Hiora Mouthwash with 0.2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate in Orthodontic Patients

Abstract

Aim and objectives: To determine and compare the antibacterial efficacy of Hiora mouthwash with 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate in orthodontic patients after bonding at different time intervals for a period of 3 months of each patient.

Materials and Methods: A total of 60 orthodontic patients were selected for the study. Auxillaries used were test tubes, periodontal probe (Williams probe), Wilkins probe, mouth mirror, cheek retractor and icebox. Saliva sample was collected at base line, 1^st day of bonding (T0), 30^th day (T1) and 90^th day (T2) of 3 groups which were Group A (control group),Group B (Chlorhexidine group) and Group C (Hiora  Group) for the microbial count of mouth and gingival assessment was also done at the same time points. Microbial counts were done by conventional culture method. Paired t-test, t-test, chi square test followed by post hoc Tukey test were done to compare the groups statistically.

Results: The study revealed that the microbial count of mouth increases after bonding, 0.2% Chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash and Hiora mouthwash reduced the microbial count and gingival inflammation significantly at T2.

Conclusion: 0.2% Chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash is more effective in terms of reduction of microbial count and gingival inflammation.